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Who was the famous American clockmaker?
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There was actually more than one famous American clockmaker. Many people refer to Eli Terry as the “father of mass-produced clocks in the U.S.,” as he introduced the concept of interchangeable parts that made large-scale production possible. Another well-known name in the history of American clock-making is Seth Thomas, who founded the Seth Thomas Clock Company in 1813. Brothers Aaron and Simon Willard are also important figures in the field, having developed banjo clocks and tall case clocks, respectively. Shop a variety of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
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Antique German Junghans Mahogany Westminster Cathedral Mantel Bracket Clock 17"
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 1900's Kuehl clock Company key wound mantel clock with Junghans B09 movement and Westminster / cathedral chimes. Mahogany case with Gothic arch top. Gilt floral and foliate etc...
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Materials
Metal
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Antique 1874 French Bronze Reticulated Fleur de Lis Mantel Clock 15"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian c.1874 French bronze key wound mantel clock featuring an ornate scrolling pierced foliate design topped with fleur de lis and a flaming trophy urn. White face aroun...
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Materials
Brass, Enamel
$660 Sale Price
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Mid Century Modern Spindle Starburst Wall Clock by George Nelson Howard Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Early and original spindle clock designed by George Nelson for Howard Miller Clock Company. It features solid wood spindles with brass numberless dial. Tested and working as it should.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
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Brass, Steel
George Nelson Chronopak Desk Clock for Howard Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
George Nelson Chronopak Desk Clock for Howard Miller
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Metal, Chrome
19th Century Swedish Painted White Mora Clock
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Swedish 19th Century painted long case clock or Grandfather clock. This Scandinavian folk art clock is from the region of Småland, where the village of Lönshult is (see the name of t...
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Grandfather Clocks and Longc...
Materials
Pine, Paint
$1,590 / item
Mid-Century Junghans Clock with Bauhaus Vibe Ceramic Triangle, 1950s, Germany
Located in Andernach, DE
Beautiful triangle wall clock by Junghans, cream ceramic, in a pure 50s original design by
one of Germanys most renowned clock makers.
Made in the 50s – ''Electora'' by Junghans.
He...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Chrome
